The rector and the doctors family

Victorian novel family saga moral dilemmas

Margaret Oliphant

244 pages, parution le 21/09/2025

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Step into the heart of 19th-century English countryside with The Rector and the Doctors Family by Margaret Oliphant, a compelling exploration of family dynamics, social tensions, and moral dilemmas characteristic of the Victorian era. In this richly detailed novel, a doctor's family moves into a quiet village, where the new rector struggles to find his place among a close-knit, tradition-bound community. The arrival of the doctor and his family disrupts the delicate balance of village life. Each character, portrayed with psychological depth and realism, faces difficult choices between duty, loyalty, and personal desires. Margaret Oliphant masterfully depicts the complexities of family relationships, rivalries, hopes, and disappointments. Through the eyes of the rector, readers witness the challenges of reconciling faith, reason, and emotion within a changing society. This Victorian novel stands out for its nuanced social critique, offering a window into the realities of rural life and the moral challenges faced by individuals and communities. Themes of family, community, and moral dilemmas are central to the story, immersing readers in a world that is both familiar and mysterious. Fans of family sagas, historical fiction, and classic British literature will find this book a timeless masterpiece, celebrated for its psychological insight and social relevance.

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	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Books on demand
Auteur(s)	Margaret Oliphant
Parution	21/09/2025
Nb. de pages	244
Format	14.8 x 21
Couverture	Broché
Poids	359g
EAN13	9782322552986